2007 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1992 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
